28 Octavia St

1,634 Sq. Ft.
$887 / Sq. Ft.
1,634
Sq. Ft.
$887
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this tasteful modern farmhouse that blends timeless charm with contemporary updates. Tucked in the centrally located Gerstle Park neighborhood just minutes from downtown shops, restaurants, and transit, this home offers both convenience and character. Discover warm wood accents, curated personal touches, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The open kitchen features a pantry closet with custom lighting, and the adjacent living space features built-in shelving with hidden wiring for internet/cable....Welcome to this tasteful modern farmhouse that blends timeless charm with contemporary updates. Tucked in the centrally located Gerstle Park neighborhood just minutes from downtown shops, restaurants, and transit, this home offers both convenience and character. Discover warm wood accents, curated personal touches, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The open kitchen features a pantry closet with custom lighting, and the adjacent living space features built-in shelving with hidden wiring for internet/cable. French doors open to a grassy oasis complete with fruit trees and a charming chicken coop featured in Bob Vila's Top 5 Most Beautiful Coops. The laundry room/mud room adds everyday practicality with custom wood shelving and exterior access. A versatile upstairs includes a living room providing space for relaxation or creative play, dedicated office or nursery, primary suite with a serene en-suite bathroom, and 2 spacious bedrooms. Conveniences include A/C, Nest thermostat and doorbell, and smart watering system. And a detached garage/work studio offers incredible potential, with the option to convert to an ADU. Whether you're hosting, working from home or just enjoying your surroundings, this home is designed to adapt and inspire.

Listing Agent

  1. Naomi Thorne

    Naomi Thorne

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    DRE #01988116

    P: (415)-559-5280

Property Details for 28 Octavia Street

Cross Street
C St
Total Parking Spaces
3
LISTING CLOSED: 06/12/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 28 Octavia Street

StatusClosed
MLS #325044932
Days on Compass15
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1913
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,201 SF
CountyMarin County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Naomi Thorne, DRE #01988116

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Terri Dawson, DRE #01152254

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Building Information for 28 Octavia Street

Stories-Year Built1913Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,201 SF

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Property Information for 28 Octavia Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: Highway 101 to Central San Rafael exit. 3rd St, left onto C St, left onto Octavia St. Property located on the left.
  • Area Long Display: San Rafael
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 012-191-19
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Detached, Tandem Garage, Workshop in Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 1634.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5201.0
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler Rear, Landscape Back
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Community: No
  • Buyer Financing: Cash (No Loan)
  • Picture Count: 53
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Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: Internet Available, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Stories: 0
  • Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Full Bath(s), Primary Bedroom
  • Main Level: Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Pool: No
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: No
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • # of Rooms: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: No

Property History for 28 Octavia Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 12, 2025

Sold

REBAREIS #325044932

$1,450,000
Jun 9, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1577910205

$1,450,000

+5.7% / yr

May 30, 2025

Pending

REBAREIS #325044932

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/12/2025

Sold

REBAREIS #325044932

$1,450,000
06/09/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1577910205

$1,450,000

+5.7% / yr

05/30/2025

Pending

REBAREIS #325044932

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 28 Octavia Street

Taxable ValueLand$816,000Additions$663,000Total$1,479,000
Tax Record2025$14,866 ($1,239 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,634 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,634 SqFtLot Size5,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1913Year Renovated1980CountyMARINAPN012-191-19

Schools near 28 Octavia Street

This home is within San Rafael City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Laurel Dell Elementary School
PublicK to 5

James B. Davidson Middle School
Public6 to 8

San Rafael High School
Public9 to 12

Terra Linda High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Naomi Thorne, DRE #01988116

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